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For 26 years, television viewers with a range of interests have been captivated by Shark Week’s addictive bite.  If you’ve fallen victim to one of the Discovery Channel‘s most-watched and highly-anticipated television programs and you know others that are just as crazy about Shark Week as you are, then you may want to celebrate the culmination of this year’s event with a Shark Week viewing party.  Since there are only a few days of this year’s Shark Week event left, we have compiled some tips that should inspire you and save you time as you plan a last minute get-together. 1. Shark Cakes or Cupcakes When it […]

The picnic is one of those social gatherings of which the origin is not exactly known.  We know that our ancestors have enjoyed picnics for hundreds of years.  We know that picnics in 18th-century Europe were a luxury that only the aristocratic class was privileged enough to experience.  And we know that Americans have developed their own unique picnic habits, some of which are national and others of which are regional (think crab cakes in New England and barbecues in Texas and Oklahoma).  Essentially, we know enough to identify a good picnic when we see one. If you have taken […]

You discover that the bus or train line you typically use for commuting from your downtown Chicago apartment to work is experiencing delays, and you only wish you could remember what the next best alternative is. There’s an app for that. You are planning a first date and want to impress the other party by suggesting a restaurant that serves up undeniably tasty fare. There’s an app that can help you find an eatery that fits your criteria and is conveniently located to your downtown Chicago apartment. You have just polished off your nightcap and you have no desire to […]

Living in an apartment has its perks.  A lot of them, in fact.  Apartments of different classes offer their residents different advantages.  For instance, a luxury apartment is more likely to provide its residents with access to hot local deals (AMLI PERKS) and speedy response to service requests than just any old apartment.  If you live in or are considering living in an AMLI residential community, then you already enjoy or will soon benefit from not having to worry about the following responsibilities that homeowners must regularly concern themselves with, thanks to our apartment perks! 1. Appliance Repairs After perhaps the […]

You’ve put the rings on each others’ fingers and said your “I Dos.”  Your honeymoon is behind you and now it’s time to embark on the journey of married life, for better and for worse.   If you have chosen to live in an upscale apartment home rather than purchase a single-family house, you are likely to enjoy a number of luxuries and amenities that few homeowners–especially first-time homeowners–enjoy.  Here are some tips that can help you make the most out of the advantages of apartment living and make your space as comfortable as possible, for both man and wife. […]

Today is July 3rd, and that means you only have to wait one more days to celebrate the independence of the great nation that you live in!  If you are like me and have waited until the last minute to prepare for that Independence Day bash you are throwing in your luxury apartment, you may have just stumbled upon some time and energy saving tips that will help you keep your reputation as the hostess with the mostest and still have the opportunity to enjoy the gathering you host. Decorating Tips Worthy of Fireworks Haven’t even started decorating?  Don’t fret. […]

  For luxury apartment residents in most parts of the country, the last two months have been marked by beautiful weather and a mood of optimism as each day has grown longer than the last.  While there should be plenty of heat in the months to come, the waxing daylight is about to culminate in the longest day of the year.  Are you doing anything to celebrate this gift of sunlight that has enabled you to enjoy at least a couple of hours of daylight at workday’s end for the past two months?  If you don’t already have plans, consider […]

Improve Your Quality of Life with These Healthy Living Tips Did you know that eating well, staying in shape, and feeling healthy are three keys to living a happy life?  Studies abound suggesting that healthy living equates to happy living.  If you are looking to boost your energy levels, improve your self-confidence, and feel better in general, then incorporate the following health tips into your lifestyle! Increase Your Water Intake While there is some truth to the old adage that people should drink eight glasses of water a day, a person’s optimal water intake is dependent on her age, weight, […]